The Art of Manliness Dante's Guide to Navigating a Spiritual Journey
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Jan 30, 2023 
Robert Barron, a Catholic bishop and founder of Word on Fire, takes us on a compelling exploration of Dante's Divine Comedy. He discusses how Dante's journey through Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso reflects the spiritual quest for meaning, especially in mid-life. Barron emphasizes the importance of having a tough guide like Virgil for spiritual growth and sheds light on the chilling symbolism of hell. The conversation culminates in the transformative power of love and faith, illustrating how true happiness stems from a divine connection.
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Discovering Dante
- Robert Barron discovered Dante's Inferno in 1990 while studying German in Germany.
- It captivated him like a novel and significantly impacted his life and work.
Midlife Crisis Guide
- Dante's Divine Comedy resonates as a guide for those experiencing a midlife crisis.
- It explores handling oneself during such a time of crisis and seeking greater meaning.
Dante's Life and Exile
- Dante Alighieri, born in Florence in 1265 during the High Middle Ages, was involved in Florentine politics.
- Exiled from Florence in midlife, this heartbreak deeply influenced his writing of the Divine Comedy.
